Review of To the Moon:

Bold, charming, and inspirational, this is a memoir on a loss that we so often neglect and that leaves a void in many lives – the loss of a family member – and for the protagonist, it’s a dog called Roo. In To the Moon and Back to Me: What I Learned from Four Running Feet, Christine Hassing explores the lessons of nature, the power of connection — even with a dog — and how our awareness of the life bubbling around us can lead us back to ourselves. She shares her story of loss, family and compassion, one that culminates with self-acceptance. Edged with insight and witticism, To the Moon and Back to Me will appeal to canine lovers and anyone looking for an inspiring read.

The narrative is filled with powerful insights, lessons and reflections on life, on purpose, and on the metaphor of the road. Addressing the reader at the start of the story, the author unveils her gift for insight when she states: “I met a gentleman who shared what would become the foundation to my belief about life. No moment is coincidence. No person crosses our path unplanned.” Christine Hassing communicates in a very compelling voice and shows a unique gift at exploring human emotions and navigating the deeper layers of the human heart.

An insightful effort that brings clarity to a baffling event in the protagonist’s life, To the Moon and Back to Me: What I Learned from Four Running Feet is deeply emotional and poignant, and written in a way that allows readers to see a reflection of their own experience through the eyes and clear voice of the narrator. The lyricism in style, coupled with the conscious use of symbolism, drives a message of hope and compels readers to look at life and human connections from a fresh perspective. – Reviewed by Romuald Dzemo for Reader’s Favorite

 

Other Reviews of writing/ of teaching writing courses:

Christine had an intuitive way of getting to the reality of people’s lives. It was amazing to see how she picked up on the spiritual essence of individuals and families. Her insight was often valuable to me in preparing eulogies. The stories helped validate the value and significance of patients’ and families’ existence. We all want to know our lives mattered. Christine’s writing left a sense of satisfaction and completion as she helped people celebrate their own lives.– G. Carlson 

I’ve grown a lot since you reached out to me, and I will forever be grateful you where able to put my thoughts on paper for me. This is helping me move forward from a lot of my traumas from the past. One day at a time. – A Co-Author of Hope Has a Cold Nose 

You are always so generous with your insights. I truly appreciate this…These two sessions have been transformative for me. I feel truly held and seen.  – Teri {student of Hope Whispers; Nature Speaks course)